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May
02
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
From Resistance To Resilience: Otti’s Blueprint For A Healthier ABIA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

From Resistance To Resilience: Otti’s Blueprint For A Healthier ABIA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
From Resistance to Resilience: Otti's Blueprint for a Healthier Abia Governor Alex Otti’s administration in Abia State has undertaken a comprehensive and integrated approach to combat malaria and microbial resistance, leveraging partnerships, community engagement, and data-driven strategies. These efforts are deeply rooted in collaborations with global health organizations, infrastructural upgrades, and public awareness campaigns, as reflected in official state publications and initiatives. Central to the malaria eradication strategy is the IMPACT Project, a World Bank-supported initiative implemented across 292 health facilities in the state. This project focuses on enhancing malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, particularly in rural communities with high…
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May
01
2025
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I Remain NANS President, No Fractional Leadership – Com. Ladoja

I Remain NANS President, No Fractional Leadership – Com. Ladoja

Education, News Flash, Personality
No Factional Leadership, I Remain NANS President – Com. Ladoja The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Com. Olusola Ladoja has affirmed he remained the only legitimate, and globally recognised leader of the body. He maintained that there is no factional leadership in NANS, saying the purported claim of a parallel NANS President as laughable and a pitiable display of imposture. A statement by Ladoja noted that Atiku, who did not participated in the last convention that ushered in new leadership of the organisation continued parading himself as President. He described the act as violation and impersonation…
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May
01
2025
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May Day: Workers In Pain, Impoverished, Dehumanized – NLC Laments

May Day: Workers In Pain, Impoverished, Dehumanized – NLC Laments

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Labour, News Flash
May Day: Workers In Pain, Impoverished, Dehumanised, NLC Laments Today, Nigerian workers join their counterparts worldwide to mark May Day, also known as Workers’ Day. However, rather than celebrating, workers in Nigeria find little cause for joy. Like many other citizens, the worsening socio-economic situation has further deteriorated their living conditions, leaving many impoverished. Summing up the plight of Nigerian workers, the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, lamented that since the current administration took office, workers have been under severe strain. According to NLC: “It has been one anti-worker policy after another. From last May Day to today, it has been…
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May
01
2025
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NJC Faces Serious Integrity Challenge As Civil Society Coalition Exposes Double Standard

NJC Faces Serious Integrity Challenge As Civil Society Coalition Exposes Double Standard

Judiciary, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
NJC faces serious integrity challenge. The National Judicial Council NJC is facing an unprecedented integrity challenge as Civil Society coalition exposes double standards in the handling of disciplinary actions against Judicial Officers. The Civil Society Engagement Platform; a coalition of Civil Society groups in Nigeria has called out the National Judicial Council NJC for what it terms double standards in the way the council is handling petitions of age falsification and gross misconduct against some Judicial Officers across the Country. This follows the directive of the NJC to the Imo State Governor; His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodimma to swear in…
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May
01
2025
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NJC Suspends Three Judges For Judicial Misconduct

NJC Suspends Three Judges For Judicial Misconduct

Judiciary, News Flash
NJC Suspends Three Judges For Judicial Misconduct The National Judicial Council has slammed a one-year suspension without pay on three serving judicial officers, including a Justice of the Court of Appeal, for various acts of judicial misconduct. The disciplinary actions were among several key resolutions reached at the Council’s 108th meeting held on April 29 and 30, 2025, under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. In a statement released Wednesday night by the NJC’s Deputy Director of Information, Kemi Ogedengbe, the Council said Justice Jane E. Inyang of the Court of Appeal, Uyo Division, was…
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May
01
2025
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Gov. Otti To Upscale Training Of Youths In Fashion Skills As Ethnocentrique Graduate Trainers At Fashion Show In Aba

Gov. Otti To Upscale Training Of Youths In Fashion Skills As Ethnocentrique Graduate Trainers At Fashion Show In Aba

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
GOV. OTTI TO UPSCALE TRAINING OF YOUTHS IN FASHION SKILLS AS ETHNOCENTRIQUE GRADUATE TRAINEES AT FASHION SHOW IN ABA. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says he will upscale the training of youths in various fashion skills to support the training and upskilling programme organized for young people by Ethnocentrique limited. The Governor was speaking at the Enyimba International Stadium during the Fashion Games 2025, a Fashion Future Program put together by Ethnocentrique Limited as a graduation event for 2000 youths trained and upskilled in fashion skills and to showcase Africa's creative excellency. The Governor assured that his government is…
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May
01
2025
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Tinubu Not Interfering In EFCC Operations, People Trying To Distract Him – Olukoyede

Tinubu Not Interfering In EFCC Operations, People Trying To Distract Him – Olukoyede

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Interviews, Politics
Tinubu Not Interfering In EFCC Operations, People Trying To Distract Him – Olukoyede The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu is using the Commission to target members of opposition parties. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Olukoyede described the claims as a ploy to distract the President from “the good work he is doing.” According to him, the President’s primary concern is how the heads of key ministries and government agencies are delivering on their mandates. “I think Nigerians should appreciate the kind…
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May
01
2025
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As Otti’s Administration Prioritizes Development, Ignoring Opposition Noise – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

As Otti’s Administration Prioritizes Development, Ignoring Opposition Noise – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure, Politics
As Otti's Administration Prioritizes Development, Ignoring 2027 Opposition Noise Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The recent visit by a few Ukwa Ngwa APC members to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has sparked controversy and misinformation. This development comes on the heels of Governor Alex Otti's commitment to delivering development, good governance, and total transformation of Abia State, despite the noise made by some desperate and selfish Abia opposition members ahead of the 2027 governorship race. The Governor has repeatedly made it clear that he is not bothered by the noise of some desperate opposition members…
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May
01
2025
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Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Push For ABIA State’s Modular Refinery: Economic And Social Imperatives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Push For ABIA State’s Modular Refinery: Economic And Social Imperatives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Oil & Gas
Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Push for Abia State’s Modular Refinery: Economic and Social Imperatives The Abia State Government, under Governor Alex Otti’s leadership, has prioritized the establishment of a 10,000-barrel-per-day modular refinery within the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park (AIIP) in Ukwa West Local Government Area. Approved by the Federal Government and developed by H.I.S. Refinery and Petrochemical Company Limited, this project is poised to transform the state’s economic landscape while addressing systemic social challenges. Construction is set to begin fully in May 2025, following the completion of land compensation and site preparation, marking a critical step toward industrialization and…
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Apr
30
2025
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Court Orders EFCC To Release Aisha Achimugu Within 24 Hours

Court Orders EFCC To Release Aisha Achimugu Within 24 Hours

Judiciary, Abuja, News Flash
Court Orders EFCC To Release Aisha Achimugu Within 24 Hours The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to, within 24 hours, release the socialite and businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a short ruling, also directed that parties in the suit, especially the EFCC, should report to the court on May 2 to give an update on compliance with the order of the court. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) earlier reported that the operatives of the EFCC arrived at the court with Achimugu on Wednesday as ordered by the…
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